11 tips to keep your pets safe on Thanksgiving

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has put out a list of things you should do to keep your pets safe on Thanksgiving.

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If you decide to feed your pet a little nibble of turkey, make sure it’s boneless and well-cooked.

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Don't offer her raw or undercooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.

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Sage can make your Thanksgiving stuffing taste delicious, but it and many other herbs contain essential oils and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression to pets if eaten in large quantities.

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Cats are especially sensitive to the effects of certain essential oils.

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Don't spoil your pet’s holiday by giving him raw bread dough.

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According to ASPCA experts, when raw bread dough is ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in his stomach. As it expands, the pet may experience vomiting, severe abdominal pain and bloating, which could become a life-threatening emergency, requiring surgery.

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A few small boneless pieces of cooked turkey, a taste of mashed potato or even a lick of pumpkin pie shouldn’t pose a problem.

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If you’re baking up Thanksgiving cakes, be sure your pets keep their noses out of the batter, especially if it includes raw eggs—they could contain salmonella bacteria that may lead to food poisoning.

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However, don't allow your pets to overindulge, as they could wind up with a case of stomach upset, diarrhea or even worse—an inflammatory condition of the pancreas known as pancreatitis. In fact, it’s best keep pets on their regular diets during the holidays.

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While the humans are chowing down, give your cat and dog their own little feast.

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Offer them Nylabones or made-for-pet chew bones or stuff their usual dinner—perhaps with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables (try sweet potato or green beans) and dribbles of gravy—inside a Kong toy. They’ll be happily occupied for awhile, working hard to extract their dinner from the toy.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has put out a list of things you should do to keep your pets safe on Thanksgiving.

If you decide to feed your pet a little nibble of turkey, make sure it’s boneless and well-cooked.

Don't offer her raw or undercooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.

Sage can make your Thanksgiving stuffing taste delicious, but it and many other herbs contain essential oils and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression to pets if eaten in large quantities.

Cats are especially sensitive to the effects of certain essential oils.

Don't spoil your pet’s holiday by giving him raw bread dough.

According to ASPCA experts, when raw bread dough is ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in his stomach. As it expands, the pet may experience vomiting, severe abdominal pain and bloating, which could become a life-threatening emergency, requiring surgery.

A few small boneless pieces of cooked turkey, a taste of mashed potato or even a lick of pumpkin pie shouldn’t pose a problem.

If you’re baking up Thanksgiving cakes, be sure your pets keep their noses out of the batter, especially if it includes raw eggs—they could contain salmonella bacteria that may lead to food poisoning.

However, don't allow your pets to overindulge, as they could wind up with a case of stomach upset, diarrhea or even worse—an inflammatory condition of the pancreas known as pancreatitis. In fact, it’s best keep pets on their regular diets during the holidays.

While the humans are chowing down, give your cat and dog their own little feast.

Offer them Nylabones or made-for-pet chew bones or stuff their usual dinner—perhaps with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables (try sweet potato or green beans) and dribbles of gravy—inside a Kong toy. They’ll be happily occupied for awhile, working hard to extract their dinner from the toy.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has put out a list of things you should do to keep your pets safe on Thanksgiving.

If you decide to feed your pet a little nibble of turkey, make sure it’s boneless and well-cooked.

Don't offer her raw or undercooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.

Sage can make your Thanksgiving stuffing taste delicious, but it and many other herbs contain essential oils and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression to pets if eaten in large quantities.

Cats are especially sensitive to the effects of certain essential oils.

Don't spoil your pet’s holiday by giving him raw bread dough.

According to ASPCA experts, when raw bread dough is ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in his stomach. As it expands, the pet may experience vomiting, severe abdominal pain and bloating, which could become a life-threatening emergency, requiring surgery.

A few small boneless pieces of cooked turkey, a taste of mashed potato or even a lick of pumpkin pie shouldn’t pose a problem.

If you’re baking up Thanksgiving cakes, be sure your pets keep their noses out of the batter, especially if it includes raw eggs—they could contain salmonella bacteria that may lead to food poisoning.

However, don't allow your pets to overindulge, as they could wind up with a case of stomach upset, diarrhea or even worse—an inflammatory condition of the pancreas known as pancreatitis. In fact, it’s best keep pets on their regular diets during the holidays.

While the humans are chowing down, give your cat and dog their own little feast.

Offer them Nylabones or made-for-pet chew bones or stuff their usual dinner—perhaps with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables (try sweet potato or green beans) and dribbles of gravy—inside a Kong toy. They’ll be happily occupied for awhile, working hard to extract their dinner from the toy.

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Updated: 6:42 AM PST Nov 7, 2017

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Remember these tips to keep your pets safe while you're planning your Thanksgiving!